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1985-08-26
QUEENSBURY RECREATION COMMISSION
MINUTES OF MEETING
AUGUST 26, 1985
Minutes 0f the regular meeting of the Recreation Commission of
the Town of Queensbury, held Monday, August 26, 1985 at the Queensbury
Town Office Building, Queensbury, New York. Chairperson Little called
the meeting to order at 7:41 p.m.
PRESENT:
Commissioners Bly, Granger, LaBombard, Little
Councilwoman Monahan and Director Hansen
ABSENT:
Commissioners Lemery (ex.), Martin, Teti (ex.) and
Councilman Morrell (ex.)
VISITORS:
Bob Murray and Jim Martin (Shelter Planning), Bob
Leader (LA Partnership)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Granger moved to approve the minutes of the July
22nd meeting. Commissioner LaBombard seconded the motion, which was
unanimously approved.
SHELTER PLANNING ASSOCIATES PRESENTATION
Chairperson Little introduced those present and welcomed the
group representing Shelter Planning and Development Inc. B. Murray
explained that his organization were planners/grantsmen who special-
ized in helping municipalities obtain funding for recreation projects.
He explained that the competition for federal/state funding, for
recreation projects was extremely fierce and that it was difficult
for a town the size of Queensbury to get funding
Mr. Murray discussed the need for phasing a project and stress-
ed the importance of upgrading the Department's Master Plan for the
Town.
The Commission questioned the group regarding fees and the pos-
sibility of funding for other recreation projects in the Town. Vice-
chairman Granger thanked the gentlemen for their presentation and it
was suggested that Mr. Murray's organization submit a proposal as
soon as possible, in writing, regarding the cost to update the Town's
Recreation Master Plan.
GURNEY LANE POOL PROJECT
Chairperson Little read a letter from the Supervisor, outlining
the tentative timetable for the Gurney Lane Project. The Highway
Department has completed their two week cleaning and grubbing op-
eration at the site, and the revised specifications for the construct-
ion of the pool have been sent out for bid.
A letter from Mr. Morton, representing the Queensbury Citizens
for Outdoor Recreation and Environment, to the Supervisor, was read
and discussed, and it was recommended that the Commissio~ draft a
resolution to the Town Board endorsing the Gurney Lane Pbol Project.
Vice-chairman Granger moved that the Chairman should write a letter
reaffirming the Commission's support for the pool project, and that
further more, it should be pointed out that the project has been be-
fore the public for the past two or three years. In addition, the
project is going out to bid for the second time, that clearing and
grubbing of the site has been completed and that the Town should
proceed with the project as soon as possible, in order to have the
facility ready for use by next summer. Commissioner LaBombard
seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved. Chairperson
Little agreed to write the letter to the Supervisor, based on these
comments.
RECREATION PARK DISCUSSION
The Commission inquired if any work had been done at either
South Queensbury or West End Park. The Director pointed out that
the work to be done, by Paul Naylor at South Queensbury, is supposed
to be arranged by Councilwoman Monahan, based on the meeting a month
ago with the South Queensbury Fire Company representatives.
Regarding West End Park, Tom Flaherty has submitted his cost
estimates for the installation of water service, to the Supervisor
some time ago. The Director will check to see if a decision has
been made.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
The Director reviewed his enclosed report and Chris Bergeron
was asked by the Commission to evaluate the summer playground pro-
gram. She relayed that she was pleased with the results and had
almost completed her written evaluation. Vice-chairman Granger com-
mended Chris for a job well done and this was echoed by a number of
other Commissioners.
The Commission briefly discussed a number of recommendations
presented by Chris and the Director, regarding changes to the play-
ground program in the future. These recommendations will be covered
in much greater detail in the playground evaluation.
The Commission also commended the Department on the wrestling
program, the conditioning program and on publicity regarding all
summer programs.
The Commission adjourned to executive session to discuss land
acquisition.
Returning to open session, and there being no further business,
the meeting was adjourned at 9:43 p.m. The next meeting will be held
on Monday, September 23rd, 1985 at 7:30 p.m.